LOCAL 10: Ribbon Cutting, Resource Drop-Ins and Fall Activities
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A canceled meeting, a gym ribbon cutting and a resource drop-in lead Thursday’s Hastings brief, followed by school recognition, fall activities and local business updates.
Thursday, September 17, 2026 • 10 a.m. Central
Weather companion
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Thursday’s forecast calls for partly sunny skies and a high near 76°F after patchy fog before 9 a.m. Tonight cools to around 56°F, with a small shower chance near daybreak Friday; read Weather + On This Date for the companion update.
Before you head out
A few details can change a local plan: a canceled meeting, the exact time of a ribbon cutting or which services will be available at a drop-in. This Thursday, September 17, we start with those practical updates.
Then we look ahead to fall activities and share a faculty recognition worth a moment of your time. LOCAL 10 is a reviewed daily brief, with links to the responsible sources so you can take the next step.
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Top 3 today
1. September 17 PSAC meeting canceled
The City of Hastings lists the September 17 PSAC meeting, scheduled for 6:30 p.m., as canceled. Residents planning to attend should take it off tonight’s schedule.
The official City calendar listing carries the cancellation. No replacement date was established for this brief.
2. Anytime Fitness celebrates its remodel with Thursday’s ribbon cutting
Anytime Fitness Hastings welcomes members, friends and community visitors to its remodeled club at 1355 S. Frontage Road on September 17. Networking begins at 3 p.m., followed by the ribbon cutting and photo at 3:15 p.m.; the event runs through 3:30 p.m.
The Hastings Area Chamber’s event page provides Thursday’s schedule. If Saturday fits your plans better, the gym has also announced a grand reopening party September 19, from 9 a.m.–noon.
3. HFS offers September 21 drop-ins for employment assistance and other resources
Community Resource Centers of Dakota County will visit Hastings Family Service, 301 Second Street E., on September 21 from 1–4 p.m. Community members can drop in without an appointment to connect with employment assistance, legal services and an on-site resource navigator.
One detail matters when planning your visit: Monday’s session offers employment assistance. The official HFS event page lists financial assistance for the earlier September 16 session only.
Quick hits
4. Paws in the Park returns September 24
Paws in the Park is scheduled for September 24, from 5–6:30 p.m., at Rivertown Dog Park. The City’s event information lists more than 20 dog-friendly booths, giveaways, a costume contest, raffles and a food truck.
Participating sources Rio Gran and Town & Country Veterinary Services have also shared the plans. The City asks visitors to leave dogs uncomfortable around other dogs at home; people can still visit the booths and bring treats or toys back.
5. Hastings High School recognizes Cindy Benson
Hastings Public Schools is highlighting Cindy Benson’s work as an AVID teacher, mentor to new teachers and advocate for ninth-grade students at Hastings High School.
The district’s faculty feature gives school families and neighbors a closer look at her contributions. Read the district’s recognition of Cindy Benson.
6. Middle school archery club begins September 29
Hastings Community Education’s noncompetitive after-school archery club runs September 29–November 5, with sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:45–3:45 p.m. at the Hastings Middle School Archery Gym.
Led by Mr. Hoffman and Mr. Olson, the program includes 10 sessions for $100, with all equipment provided. Registration is required for middle school students; use the course information and registration page for enrollment details. The Community Education announcement provides the program overview.
7. Fluegel’s announces Open Farm dog food
Fluegel’s Lawn, Garden and Pet Supply has announced that it now carries Open Farm dog food in its Hastings store. Pet owners interested in the addition can read the store’s announcement and ask the store about its selection.
8. Jan’s School of Dance announces free recreational trial week
Jan’s School of Dance is offering free trials in its recreational classes September 28–October 3. The studio asks prospective participants to RSVP so instructors know to expect them.
Start with the studio’s free-trial announcement for RSVP information and to ask which recreational class fits the participant.
9. Hauck Chiropractic invites parents’ questions about pediatric appointments
Hauck Chiropractic has shared a parent-focused post about its approach to pediatric appointments and invites families to contact the practice with questions.
Parents and caregivers can find that invitation in the practice’s original post. This item reports the practice’s announcement, not a recommendation for treatment.
10. Gahnz Furniture advertises retirement-sale discounts
Gahnz Furniture is advertising a retirement sale at 2129 Vermillion Street, including 33% discounts and 51% off pictures and accessories.
Advertised specials are excluded from the discount offer. Shoppers can review the store’s sale announcement for the stated terms.
If you only click one
Open Hastings Family Service’s resource drop-in details for September 21. It brings employment assistance, legal services and a resource navigator together in one place, without an appointment, and clarifies which services are available that day.
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